
Thompson Broker
Closing Black History Month: Recognizing The “Thompson Broker”
“Thompson Broker” refers to Black real estate agents excluded from white-dominated real estate associations (like NAR) due to historical racism. NAR actively supported discriminatory practices like racial covenants and redlining, limiting Black professionals and homebuyers. Despite this, Black agents built their own networks and persevered. While NAR now acknowledges its past, the legacy of these practices demands continued efforts for equity in the real estate industry.